1st visit was great, but next visit was shocking. Our otherwise healthy 5 yr old dog suddenly could not stand up or walk w/o assistance.Took him in immediately, Doctor did NOT listen when I told the about a small red spot i found on front paw that was NOT there when I bathed him the day before. Insisted we do x-rays (300.00) -not clear enough. Doctor needed to sedate dog and take more x-rays to better diagnosis (250.00).3 hrs. later, I was told he would NEVER be able to walk or run normally again and that he'd be on medication until he died. She suggested we think about putting him down!! Devastated, I took him home to decide what to do. Thank God I did, he vomited from the sedative and slept for 9+ hrs. He woke up good as new the next morning. Called doctor to inform them of their misdiagnosis and remove the charge for the additional (unnecessary) x-rays, medication they sent home, and for the sedative. Did not remove extra charge and sent to collections
It has been over 2 years since this experience and he has not had any problems walking or running. He's healthy, goes on walks/rums daily, & plays w/ the kids.
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